First Officer to M/S Eckerö Link - Ledigt jobb hos Rederi Eckerö Sverige AB

Jobs on the Horizon - Welcome to Eckerö Link!

Eckerö Group has recently expanded its fleet with a new vessel, M/S Eckerö Link (formerly Nautica). The vessel is scheduled to enter service in September/October 2026.

We are currently seeking a First Officer to join us on M/S Eckerö Link. This is a permanent position starting immediately or as agreed.

M/S Eckerö Link sails under the Swedish flag and operates daily between Långnäs (Åland) and Naantali (Finland). The work rotation follows a 2:3 schedule.

The official working and safety language onboard is English, while skills in Finnish and Swedish are considered an advantage.

About the Role

The First Officer is responsible for safe navigation and watchkeeping, as well as supporting the safe and efficient operation of the vessel. Duties include monitoring safety and bridge equipment, assisting with deck and cargo operations, and following established safety procedures.

Who Are You?

To succeed in this role, we believe you have:

• Relevant professional experience and qualifications
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A positive attitude and commitment to high safety and environmental standards

Requirements:

• A valid Deck Officer Certificate (STCW II/1) - Higher certifications are considered an advantage.

What We Offer

As a member of the Eckerö Link team, you will enjoy:

• Interesting and versatile duties in a dynamic and evolving company. We support learning, development, and career progression.
• A friendly, fair, and committed work community—both ashore in Mariehamn and onboard.
• Comprehensive occupational health care, as well as accident insurance covering both work and leisure time.

Interested?

Please submit your application and CV by 17 September 2026

For security reasons, we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline.

Please note that drug testing is part of our recruitment process for all new employees.

For more information, please contact:

Gabriella Andersson, HR Specialist

gabriella.andersson@rederiabeckero.ax

Welcome aboard!

About Eckerö Group

Our ambition is to be the natural choice for both travel and transport across our destinations.

We aim to offer a pleasant, smart, and responsible way to travel and move goods — always going the extra mile to create a positive experience for our customers and passengers. Meeting one of us should feel like meeting a friend — we provide simple, reliable, and thoughtful solutions.

The Eckerö Group comprises three companies: Eckerö Line, Eckerö Linjen and Eckerö Link. Together, we operate a wide range of services, including passenger and vehicle ferry connections across the Sea of Åland, combined passenger and freight services on the Gulf of Finland, and dedicated freight operations between Långnäs and Naantali. We employ around 850 professionals.